Sr. Financial Analyst

Ralliant
Hollister, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for candidates with FP&A experience who thrive in aerospace and defense environments and possess data analysis skills, particularly in Excel, SQL, and Power BI.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with FP&A experience and a background in manufacturing or finance from other industries
    — “Prior FP&A Experience: Previous financial planning and analysis experience is required.”
  • Individuals who can proactively engage with program teams and communicate data-driven insights effectively
    — “Effective communication of data driven recommendations to move the business forward”
  • Professionals skilled in financial modeling and data analytics, preferably with SQL and Power BI expertise
    — “Data Analysis Skills: Proficiency in data analysis, ideally with SQL and Power BI, or strong systems aptitude.”

Things to consider

  • U.S. citizenship is mandatory due to ITAR regulations
    — “U.S. Citizenship required per ITAR regulations.”
  • Candidates should be prepared to work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment
    — “Strong partnership with functional managers in accounting and finance, operations, supply chain, program management, pricing, and contracts”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in budget analysis and program reviews with specific examples
    — “Investigating and analyzing deviations to program budgets and performing program reviews”
  • Demonstrate a learning mindset and continuous improvement initiatives in your application
    — “Learning mindset and application of RBS (Ralliant Business System) for continuous improvements.”
  • Showcase your ability to work with ambiguity and deliver accurate results under uncertainty
    — “Tolerance of Ambiguity: Ability to work effectively when situations are not clearly defined.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • assisting in the communication of financial performance
  • conducting ad-hoc analysis for strategic initiatives
Typical background
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or similar field3 - 5 years of FP&A or financial analyst experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Financial ModelingData AnalyticsFinancial Planning

Preferred

Government AccountingGAAP Knowledge

Stack & domain

ExcelFinancial ModelingData AnalyticsSQLPower BICommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingAttention To Detail

About the role

Original posting from Ralliant

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a leader in providing energetic material solutions for the aerospace and defense industry, is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst to join our Hollister, CA team. PacSci EMC plays a critical role in delivering mission-critical technologies that support both commercial and defense programs worldwide. As part of our finance organization, this role partners directly with site leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure financial accuracy, drive performance, and contribute to the success of high-impact aerospace and defense programs.

Assisting in the communication of the operating company’s financial performance, plan, and targets to various levels of the organization.

Investigating and analyzing deviations to program budgets and performing program reviews

Conducting ad-hoc analysis for strategic and operational initiatives.

Strong partnership with functional managers in accounting and finance, operations, supply chain, program management, pricing, and contracts to develop program budgets and monitor the progress of programs.

Learning mindset and application of RBS (Ralliant Business System) for continuous improvements.

Bias for action to proactively identify risks and opportunities.

Effective communication of data driven recommendations to move the business forward

Qualifications:

Strong Excel and financial modeling or data analytics skills.

Ability to build strong relationships in a team environment.

Bias for action.

Intellectual curiosity and learning agility.

Motivation for continuous improvements.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in business results reporting, forecasting, and planning.

Government accounting and GAAP knowledge preferred.

U.S. Citizenship required per ITAR regulations.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or similar field.

3 - 5 years of FP&A or financial analyst experience.

Key Competencies

Willingness to Dig In: Proactive and ready to engage deeply with financial data, programs, and cross-functional challenges.

Tolerance of Ambiguity: Ability to work effectively when situations are not clearly defined.

Prior FP&A Experience: Previous financial planning and analysis experience is required.

Data Analysis Skills: Proficiency in data analysis, ideally with SQL and Power BI, or strong systems aptitude.

Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and thoroughness in reporting, forecasting, and planning.

Accountability: Consistently meeting deadlines and following through on commitments.

Proactivity in Business Partnership: Taking initiative in communication with program teams, factory managers, and functional leaders.

Manufacturing Background Preferred: Understanding of factory operations and manufacturing processes is favored, but strong financial statement experience from other industries may be considered.

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Source: Ralliant careers

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